General Manager, Project Development (Architect)

The Affordable Housing Board is seeking a General Manager, Project Development (Architect) to provide strategic leadership in the management and optimization of affordable housing projects. The role entails overseeing the entire project lifecycle, from conceptualization and land acquisition to project delivery and estate management. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with the highest quality and sustainability standards while meeting community needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and review strategies for the management and optimization of Affordable Housing projects.
• Oversee the strategic acquisition, allocation, titling, and administration of land to support current and future housing projects.
• Maintain and manage a comprehensive land inventory while championing land banking and optimization strategies.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance related to real estate development.
• Oversee the development of criteria for identification and guidelines for submission of projects to be considered for funding.
• Lead and supervise the planning, design, financing, and delivery of housing projects.
• Provide oversight for the entire project lifecycle, embedding best practices in quality assurance, safety, and sustainability.
• Spearhead oversight of the implementation of approved Affordable Housing projects and associated infrastructure.
• Provide strategic direction for the management of completed housing projects and estates to ensure tenant satisfaction.
• Ensure properties are well-maintained and comply with safety and sustainability standards.
• Maintain the Board’s asset inventory.
• Establish and operationalize robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track project progress and outcomes.
• Identify risks associated with real estate development and management.
• Coordinate valuation of assets related to Affordable Housing.
• Manage the Board’s real estate portfolio to maximize value and returns.
• Oversee property acquisition, development, leasing, and disposal activities.
• Develop and implement effective rent collection and recovery strategies.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Cumulative service period of fifteen (15) years’ relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been at the Assistant Manager level or a comparable position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Real Estate Management, Land Economics, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Master’s Degree in Real Estate Management, Land Economics, Valuation and Property Management, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Urban & Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Professional qualification and Membership to a professional body where applicable.
• A valid practicing license, where applicable.
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Fulfillment of the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates may access detailed job descriptions from the AHB’s Website: https://affordablehousingboard.go.ke or www.acalconsulting.co.ke/Careers. Candidates should submit their applications including a cover letter, copy of National ID, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, and detailed CV, indicating current position, qualifications, working experience, names of three professional referees, current remuneration, and daytime telephone.

Applicants MUST submit their completed application quoting the job reference ‘Chief Executive Officer- AHB Grade 1’ and include the required attachments via E-mail ONLY to vacancyahb@acal.co.ke addressed to:

THE BOARD CHAIRMAN, AFFORDABLE HOUSING BOARD (AHB), P.O BOX 27521- 00100, NAIROBI.

The subject of the email shall read ‘CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’ and applications should be received by 10th March 2026, 5p.m E.A.T.